The Iconic Tweed Jacket

Make a lasting style statement: Sew a couture tweed jacket with an elegant quilted lining, custom trim and weighted chain.

Skill Level

Advanced

What You Get

10 Steaming HD video lessons with anytime, anywhere access

Vogue 7975 jacket pattern (mailed separately)

Hours of close-up instruction

Downloadable class resources, including a printable supply list and a detailed order of construction guide

Closed captioning available (web only)

Answers to student questions from instructor Lorna Knight

How it works

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Class Overview

Join couture sewing expert Lorna Knight and sew an iconic jacket that will play a starring role in elegant ensembles for years to come. This chic garment is both supremely comfortable and an endlessly versatile addition to any wardrobe. Lorna will help you choose the perfect wool tweed fabric and match patterns seamlessly throughout your garment to produce a superior finish. Ensure a fantastic fit with tips for making a muslin (toile), and then let Lorna guide you through sewing your jacket and lining. Construct, gather and shape your sleeves before you sew them high into the armholes for a classic look. Complete your jacket with classic patch pockets, stylish trim and a weighted chain that gives your garment a dreamy drape.

Taught by

Lorna Knight

Instructor

Lorna Knight grew up surrounded by fabric and patterns, so it's no surprise that she went on to study sewing and textiles. While working as a regional director for couture designer Terry Fox, she discovered the inside secrets of the couture world. Lorna eventually set up her own business making custom clothing and running specialist sewing workshops throughout the UK. She has written five books, including Dressmaking to Flatter your Shape, Compendium of Sewing Techniques and The Dressmakers Technique Bible.